So, Castlevania: Portrait of Ruin is a Castlevania game released on the Nintendo DS in November 2006. The Castlevania series are well known for their music, to the extent where specific Castlevania songs are played at shows and concerts across the world.
Bad Situation is one of those Castlevania songs that has reached such popularity that multiple versions can be made. The version of Bad Situation found in Castlevania: Portrait of Ruin is actually a combination between two songs, Castlevania 64’s Battle with the Four Beasts and Castlevania Dawn of Sorrow’s Dance of Illusions.
This article has been written because there are many Castlevania fans who are interested in learning the Bad Situation song, but cannot read music. This sheet music will allow Castlevania fans to learn one of Castlevania’s most famous songs (and is an excellent ear-training exercise).
The Castlevania: Portrait of Ruin version can be heard here:
Once you have listened to it a few times, try playing along with the sheet music below.
Keep in mind that Castlevania songs are intentionally made up of very fast notes. If you are having problems reading this song at its original speed, feel free to slow it down.
